City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $2,000/month?
Lisbon vs Perth — Budget Breakdown
Numbeo 2026 country rankings (cost indices) and OECD 2025 PPP rates · April 2026
Feasibility
Lisbon
Moderate
COL+Rent: 43.8 (NYC=100)
$2,000/mo covers essentials with some leisure in Lisbon.
Perth
Tight Budget
COL+Rent: 55.7 (NYC=100)
$2,000/mo barely covers basics in Perth.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Lisbon | Perth | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $1,189 | $1,144 | +$45 |
| Groceries | $277 | $307 | $30 |
| Dining Out | $180 | $197 | $17 |
| Transportation | $45 | $72 | $27 |
| Utilities | $130 | $109 | +$21 |
| Other / Misc | $179 | $171 | +$8 |
| Total | $2,000 | $2,000 | — |
Purchasing Power
Lisbon
$2,000
per month
Perth equivalent
$2,543
per month
You'd need $2,543/mo in Perth to match $2,000/mo in Lisbon.
Other Budget Levels
FAQ
Can I live in Lisbon on $2,000/month?
Living in Lisbon on $2,000/mo is rated "Moderate". Budget allocates ~$1,189 to rent, $277 to groceries, $180 to dining.
Can I live in Perth on $2,000/month?
In Perth, $2,000/mo is rated "Tight Budget". Allocations: $1,144 rent, $307 groceries, $197 dining.
Is Lisbon or Perth cheaper?
Lisbon is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Lisbon 43.8 vs Perth 55.7 (NYC=100).
What is $2,000/mo in Lisbon worth in Perth?
$2,000/mo of purchasing power in Lisbon equals ~$2,543/mo in Perth using COL adjustment.